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Coffee against the backdrop of nature—this is the latest project of world-famous restaurant Noma. BY BENJAMIN SANDFOR BARISTA MAGAZINE Photos by Benjamin Sand As the grasslands adopt the cloak of late autumn, shedding verdant hues […]

From home espresso machines to impressive grinders, the past year was a time of exciting coffee gear releases. Today, we share the products our readers loved most in 2025. FROM STAFF REPORTS Featured image courtesy […]

A countdown of our most-read online stories in 2025. FROM STAFF REPORTS What. A. Year. Most of us can agree that 2025 brought its fair share of highs and lows—but through it all, coffee continued […]

Inside the women-led coffee movement in Rwanda that’s transforming menstrual health from a hidden barrier into a foundation for empowerment. BY CAROLINE CORMIER FOR BARISTA MAGAZINE Photos courtesy of Elevate Through Coffee On Rwanda’s steep, […]

A look at how Porto’s specialty-coffee scene has grown since 2019, plus 5 new coffee shops worth visiting. BY ISABELLE MANIBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Von & Vonnie Porto, Portugal, has half the population […]

James Odendaal and Chris Fourie—better known as Team Spro Bro’s—reflect on their victory at the coffee competition. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos courtesy of The Barista League The 2025 edition of The Barista League […]

A festive coffee tour through London, from Covent Garden to West End.  BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos by Vasileia Fanarioti unless otherwise noted London during the Christmas season feels like a city performing itself […]

Warehouse lattes and an espresso bar in the trunk of a car—there’s more to L.A. coffee than meets the eye. BY EMILY JOY MENESESONLINE EDITOR Featured photo courtesy of Caffeineicide If one thing is true […]

From hidden alleyway cafés to design-forward coffee bars, we trace Sri Lanka’s evolving specialty-coffee scene alongside its deep-rooted tea legacy. BY JEN ROBERTSFOR BARISTA MAGAZINE Photos by Jen Roberts Before I could find my bearings […]

Our recurring round-up of the latest specialty-coffee industry news. FROM STAFF REPORTS Featured image by Joshua Earle Chart Shows How Much U.S. Coffee Prices Have Risen Since 1985 Most of us have noticed the steep […]

In this tale from origin, a chorus of singing transforms coffee into a symbol of community and love. BY TEWODROS BALCHA BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Visit Oromia Every December, much of the world […]

We asked our online readers what drinks they brewed up this holiday season; here’s a list of some of our favorites. FROM STAFF REPORTS Featured photo courtesy of The Undergrounds Coffee Co. When the weather […]

Held in Gothenburg, Sweden, the festival will feature 60+ exhibitors from 16 countries, with a Global Roasters Showcase, roasting competition, industry talks, and hands-on workshops. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTI SENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos courtesy of Nordic […]

The competitor turned program leader at the African Fine Coffees Association talks sustainability, barista development, and building inclusive community spaces in African coffee.  BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos courtesy of Beamlak Melesse Bekele  Beamlak […]

After deciding to permanently close her coffee shop, Mo Maravilla shares reflections on her time at K+M and the new things that are brewing. BY MELINA DEVONEYBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos by Melina Devoney We featured […]

Roasted African baobab seeds can be turned into a nutritious and tasty coffee-like drink. Today, we learn more about this emerging “coffee alternative.” BY BHAVI PATEL BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of the African Baobab […]

Under the theme ‘The Architects of Gastronomic Experience’, this year’s World Coffee Leaders Forum focused on those who bring joy in every sip & bite. ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY KENNETH R. OLSON BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE […]

Javier Tellols gives us an exclusive view of his creation, the MokaBot: a compact, touchscreen-controlled moka brewer with boiling-point calibration, pressure estimation, and user-defined heat profiles. BY ISABELLE MANI BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of […]

Coffee shops in the state of Washington have joined forces to launch the Bring Your Own Cup (BYOC) Campaign. BY BHAVI PATELBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo courtesy of Dubsea Coffee A grassroots movement is percolating […]

Our recurring round-up of the latest specialty-coffee industry news. FROM STAFF REPORTS Featured image by Joshua Earle Coffee Tariffs on Brazil Have Been Lifted—But Relief May Take Some Time Late last month, U.S. President Donald […]

We learn more about the CCC: a statewide movement working to build a more inclusive and supportive coffee community. BY BRIANNA STEFANOBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Brianna Stefano Connecticut may be small, but our […]

We previously shared the difficulties that coffee producers migrating to the U.S. often encounter, both in their home countries and in their new homes in the States. Today, we continue the conversation with a one-on-one […]

We explore Ukraine’s cezve traditions and how regional coffee rituals stand as symbols of quiet resilience. BY ISABELLE MANIBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo courtesy of Esma Adzhiieva This article is part of our ongoing exploration […]

In our December 2025 + January 2026 issue, we feature the new World Barista Champion Jack Simpson! Also: We take a deep dive on energy drinks, find hacks to help the rush crunch, get the […]

The award-winning roaster and barista reflects on communist Romania, where coffee was a precious commodity—and how she, and her country, have grown since then. BY MICHAEL BUTTERWORTHFOR BARISTA MAGAZINE Photos by Paula Detesan Delia Avram […]

We hear from two migrant farmers on their experiences in the U.S., and how the specialty industry can better support communities at origin. BY MELINA DEVONEYFOR BARISTA MAGAZINE Featured photo by Shelby Murphy Figueroa Immigration […]

The specialty-coffee scene in Osaka is blooming, and we’re back in this Japanese city for an updated café guide. BY JODEE FOKBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos by Jodee Fok Coffee, to many enthusiasts, isn’t just a […]